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How Can Women Succeed in a Male-Dominated STEM Workforce

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This is a guest blog by Holly Welles

WomenWomen make up half of the workforce, but when it comes to the positions at the top, we have a long way to go. Many women stay away from STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields to begin with, quite likely due to gender expectations that blossom in childhood classrooms. And unfortunately, some who aim for a career as an engineer, scientist or mathematician often leave the field.

How can women succeed in a male-dominated workforce such as the engineering field? It isn’t easy, and it takes developing more than thick skin. Women need to pick their battles when it comes to dealing with coworker and employer demands for performing gender-specific labor. Here’s how women can take their engineering career to new heights. [Read more…] about How Can Women Succeed in a Male-Dominated STEM Workforce

TCEP 123: Women in Civil Engineering – Inclusion, Diversity, and STEM Oh My!

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Inclusion and Diversity

Monica Morales, PE, ENV SP

In episode 123 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I talk with Monica Morales, PE, ENV SP who is a water engineer for Jacobs in their Los Angeles office. This is the first episode in a special series we are publishing entitled Women in Civil Engineering. In this episode, we will focus on the importance of inclusion and diversity in engineering. Monica also discusses sustainability through STEM Outreach and the importance of women in engineering.

Engineering Quotes:

inclusion and diversity

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Monica:

  • What does it mean to be a statistically improbable engineer, like yourself?
  • Tell us more about the statistics for the United States in terms of diversity in engineering and civil engineering?
  • Talk to us about the importance of inclusion and diversity?
  • What can we do to help more under-served students to pursue STEM careers?
  • Why do you think it is important for engineering employers to diversify their leadership?
  • How do you make STEM activities fun for students?
  • Tell us more about drawing girls into STEM specifically?

Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode:

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